Pronunciation

/ˈjɔː(r) ə/

Definitions

Noun

• Possessive form of “you”: Refers to something belonging to or associated with the person being addressed. For example: “Your book is on the table.”
• Reflexive pronoun: Used to indicate that the subject of the sentence is performing an action back on itself. For example: “She took care of her own needs.”

Adjective

• Belonging to or associated with someone: Expresses ownership or relationship. For example: “Your jacket is very stylish.”
• Personal: Used to refer to someone’s feelings or characteristics. For example: “Your opinion matters to us.”

Determiner

• Used before a noun to indicate a particular person or thing: Refers to a specific individual or item. For example: “Give me your keys.”

Pronoun

• Refers to the person being addressed: Used to replace the name or pronoun of the person being spoken to. For example: “Ask your friends if they’re coming to the party.”

Phrases

• “Your turn” indicates it’s someone’s opportunity to do something.
• “Your choice” means the decision is left up to the person.
• “Your health” is a concern or topic related to someone’s well-being.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “I found your wallet on the bus.”
• Adjective: “Your smile lights up the room.”
• Determiner: “Can you pass me your pen?”
• Pronoun: “Remember to call your family after the meeting.”

Synonyms

• Yours
• Yonder
• Thine
• Mine (informal, similar to “your” but more possessive)
• Personal belongings